Meall Buidhe and Sron a' Choire Chnapanaich
2 Corbetts in Breadalbane, Loch Tay & Glen Lyon, climbed together from Pubil.
- Distance
- 15.4 km
- Ascent
- 1030 m
- Time
- 5.5–7 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 908 m
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About this walk
Meall Buidhe and Sron a' Choire Chnapanaich is a hard 15.4 km circular walk with 1,030 m of ascent, taking 5.5 to 7 hours. It starts at Pubil (grid reference NN 459 418). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Meall Buidhe at 908 m.
Meall Buidhe and Sron a' Choire Chnapanaich are Corbetts in Breadalbane, Loch Tay & Glen Lyon, close enough to climb together. The higher, Meall Buidhe, reaches 908 m (2,980 ft). It falls just short of Munro height, so it's often quieter than its neighbours for much the same view.
This route starts from Pubil and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Pubil, follow the path and tracks towards Meall Buidhe.
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2
The summits
Climb Meall Buidhe, then continue to Sron a' Choire Chnapanaich.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
908 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Meall Buidhe and Sron a' Choire Chnapanaich take?
- Most walkers take 5.5–7 hours for the 15.4 km route, which has 1,030 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Pubil (grid reference NN 459 418). Park considerately off the road; don't block gates, passing places or farm tracks.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded hard. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Meall Buidhe (908 m, Corbett); Sron a' Choire Chnapanaich (835 m, Corbett).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Deer stalking takes place on these hills from mid-August to October. Stick to the main paths and check Heading for the Scottish Hills before you go.
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